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Read in-depth feature stories, news articles and the president's column from each issue of Police News.

President's Column: Back to reality and unrealised expectations

President's Column NZPA

As we start the new year, the challenges for policing seem greater than ever against a backdrop of a public and political expectation for quick…

President's Column: Scrutiny of police response unjust

President's Column NZPA

The tragic events of March 15, 2019, will remain etched in the memories of New Zealanders who, like me, were shocked as news filtered out that mass…

President's Column: High demand has not reduced over time

President's Column NZPA

The association’s conference in October is a highlight of the year, bringing together delegates, the board, staff and overseas representatives to…

President's Column: Elect to have your voice heard

President's Column NZPA

As you read this month’s Police News, the election will be just days away.

President's Column: Let’s draw a line in the sand on pay

President's Column NZPA

Well, the Aussies have been successful in creating a stir with their “warmer days – higher pays” Queensland recruiting campaign. I hope they are not…

President's Column: Standing tall in testing times

President's Column NZPA

The occurrence of last month’s horrific shooting in downtown Auckland catapulted two scenarios into the spotlight: one was positive and the other…